Ricoh CX3 vs Sony WX150
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Ricoh CX3 vs Sony WX150 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 206g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Announced June 2010
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 133g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Introduced February 2012
Ricoh CX3 vs Sony WX150 Overview
In this article, we will be comparing the Ricoh CX3 vs Sony WX150, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the CX3 (10MP) and WX150 (18MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe CX3 was introduced 20 months earlier than the WX150 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the CX3 grades versus the WX150 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Ricoh CX3 vs Sony WX150 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh CX3 Gallery & Sony WX150 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX3 over the Sony WX150
CX3 | WX150 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focus | |||
Screen resolution | 920k | 461k | Crisper screen (+459k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony WX150 over the Ricoh CX3
WX150 | CX3 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | June 2010 | Newer by 20 months |
Common features in the Ricoh CX3 and Sony WX150
CX3 | WX150 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh CX3 vs Sony WX150 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX3 has outer dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony WX150 has dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Examine the Ricoh CX3 vs Sony WX150 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the CX3 against the WX150.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the CX3 and WX150 is 92 and 95 respectively.
Ricoh CX3 vs Sony WX150 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specs. The picture below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX3 and WX150.
All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony WX150 to show extra detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged CX3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Ricoh CX3 vs Sony WX150 Specifications
Ricoh CX3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Ricoh | Sony |
Model type | Ricoh CX3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-06-16 | 2012-02-28 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 920k dots | 461k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 3.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 206g (0.45 pounds) | 133g (0.29 pounds) |
Dimensions | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 pictures |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | DB-100 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $329 | $300 |